The term "movement disorders" refers to a group of nervous system (neurological) conditions that cause you to have abnormal voluntary or involuntary movements, or slow, reduced movements.

Experience. Mayo Clinic doctors trained in brain and nervous system conditions (neurologists), brain and nervous system surgery (neurosurgeons) and others treat close to 14,000 people every year who have movement disorders. Neurologists at each Mayo Clinic location have specific expertise in several types of movement disorders.

Team approach. Mayo Clinic neurologists, neurosurgeons and other doctors trained in movement disorders work together to determine the most appropriate treatment for your condition.

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., ranks No. 1 for neurology and neurosurgery in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings. Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, Ariz., and Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Fla., are ranked among the Best Hospitals for neurology and neurosurgery by U.S. News & World Report. Mayo Clinic also ranks among the Best Children's Hospitals for neurology and neurosurgery.

Mayo Clinic doctors trained in brain and nervous system conditions (neurologists) and brain and nervous system surgery (neurosurgeons) treat a full range of movement disorders, including:

Ataxia.Ataxia is a neurological condition that affects the part of your brain that controls coordinated movement (cerebellum). Ataxia may cause uncoordinated movements, imbalance and other symptoms.

Dystonia. Dystonia is a neurological condition in which your muscles contract involuntarily and may cause twisting and repetitive movements. Dystonia may involve the entire body (generalized dystonia) or one part of the body (focal dystonia).

Essential tremor.Essential tremor is a neurological condition that causes involuntary shaking (tremors). Your hands often are affected, but other parts of your body also may be affected.

Myoclonus. Myoclonus is a condition in which you have sudden, jerky movements or intermittent spasms of a muscle or group of muscles.

Parkinson's disease.Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects your movement and may cause shaking (tremor), muscle stiffness (rigidity), slowing of movement, impaired balance or other symptoms. Parkinsonism describes a group of conditions that has symptoms similar to those of Parkinson's disease.

Progressive supranuclear palsy.Progressive supranuclear palsy is a rare neurological disorder that causes you to have problems with walking, balance and eye movements. It resembles Parkinson's disease but is a distinct condition.

Tardive dyskinesia. Tardive dyskinesia is a neurological condition caused by long-term use of certain drugs used to treat psychiatric conditions (neuroleptic drugs). Tardive dyskinesia causes repetitive and involuntary movements such as grimacing, eye blinking and other movements.

Tourette syndrome.Tourette syndrome is a neurological condition that starts between childhood and teenage years and is associated with repetitive movements (motor tics) and vocal sounds (vocal tics).

Wilson's disease.Wilson's disease is an inherited (genetic) disorder that causes excessive amounts of copper to build up in your body, causing neurological problems.

Mayo Clinic doctors trained in brain and nervous system conditions (neurologists), brain and nervous system surgery (neurosurgeons), and others have experience diagnosing people who have several types of movement disorders.

To diagnose your condition, your doctor will review your symptoms, go over your family and medical history, and conduct a physical examination. Your doctor may order several tests to diagnose your condition, determine the cause of your condition and rule out other conditions.

Mayo Clinic doctors trained in brain and nervous system conditions (neurologists), brain and nervous system surgery (neurosurgeons), and other doctors trained in movement disorders work together to determine the most appropriate treatment for your condition.

Depending on your specific condition, treatment options may include:

Medications. Your doctor may prescribe medications to control and relieve symptoms.

Botox (botulinum toxin) injections. Botox injections control muscle spasms by blocking signals between the nerve and the muscle. When used appropriately, this treatment is considered safe and has relatively few side effects.

Deep brain stimulation (DBS). In this procedure, a thin wire is implanted in your brain and connected to a device implanted under the collarbone. This device sends electrical impulses along the wire to your brain and interrupts signals that cause tremor. Deep brain stimulation can be effective in treating movement disorder symptoms and sometimes allow for decreases in medication doses.

Surgery. Some conditions, such as dystonia or essential tremor, may require surgery if symptoms are severe. Surgery may involve cutting or removing certain nerves or intentionally destroying the part of your brain that's causing symptoms.

Mayo Clinic works with hundreds of insurance companies and is an in-network provider for millions of people. In most cases, Mayo Clinic doesn't require a physician referral. Some insurers require referrals or may have additional requirements for certain medical care. All appointments are prioritized on the basis of medical need.

For appointments or more information, call the Central Appointment Office at 800-446-2279 (toll-free) 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Standard Time, Monday through Friday or complete an online appointment request form.

Doctors trained in neurology and neurosurgery care for people who have movement disorders at Mayo Clinic's campus in Florida. Staff in the Movement Disorders Program evaluates and treats people who have movement disorders and conducts movement disorders research.

For appointments or more information, call the Central Appointment Office at 904-953-0853 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday or complete an online appointment request form.

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